Postdoctoral Research Associate - Strand, London, WC2R 2LSAbout Us

The Green Laboratory investigates tissue morphogenesis and the action of morphogens. We use animal models to investigate the physical morphogenesis of tissues. It is part of the vibrant and supportive environment of the Centre for Craniofacial Regeneration and Biology at King’s College London, based at the Guy’s Hospital campus.

About The Role

This position in the Green lab is to complete a BBSRC-funded project on ventral Closure (VC), a late morphogenetic event in development whose failure leads to birth defects such as omphalocele and gastroschisis. The project will explore how VC happens or fails, specifically the cellular events and molecular regulators that drive the growth of the muscular abdominal wall, dermis and epidermis around the viscera. The work will be in close collaboration with Dr. Caroline Formstone and Prof. Philippa Francis-West (referenced in Panousopoulou et al. J. Cell Sci. 2016 and Mao et al. Nature Comms. 2016). Progress on the project has defined key remaining experiments to fulfil its Aims in preparation for submission of a manuscript within the lifetime of the appointment. Advanced microscopy, cutting-edge biophysical techniques and genetically engineered mouse models will be used. The labs are well-established and located in the vibrant and supportive environment of the Centre for Craniofacial Regeneration and Biology on the Guy’s Hospital Campus.

This is a full time post, and you will be offered a fixed term 6-month contract until 30/04/2026.

Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information.

Responsibilities

Complete a BBSRC-funded project on ventral Closure (VC) and investigate the cellular events and molecular regulators involved in the growth of the abdominal wall, dermis and epidermis around the viscera.

Collaborate with Dr. Caroline Formstone and Prof. Philippa Francis-West; integrate findings with ongoing research cited in related publications.

Employ advanced microscopy, biophysical techniques and genetically engineered mouse models to advance the project aims.

Progress the project to fulfil its stated aims and prepare a manuscript within the appointment lifetime.

Join and contribute to a well-established lab environment at the Centre for Craniofacial Regeneration and Biology.

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